Houthis

Saudi Arabia intercepts missiles, drones as fighting with Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis continues

The Houthis said they attacked the airport and Saudi oil facilities on Saturday. Saudi authorities did not comment directly on the Houthi statements.

 A view of missiles during a military parade held by the Houthis on September 21 to mark the anniversary of their takeover in Sanaa, Yemen; Illustrative.
Houthi supporters rally in solidarity with the movement, in Sana’a, Yemen, Oct. 9.

Saudi Arabia says Houthi missile shrapnel falls in Jeddah, Taif, Rabigh after interceptions

 Footage released by Houthi Military Media says to show a launch of missile, which the Houthis say they fired at Israel, at an unknown location in this screen grab obtained from a handout video released on December 19, 2024.

US updates Israel travel warning, cites growing threat from Iran-backed Houthis

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Houthis reiterate warning against airlines, travelers using Saudi airports after attack kills 12

The Houthis added that Saudi Arabia "bears responsibility for failed interceptions."

Large plume of black smoke rises from the fuel storage area at King Khalid International Airport, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, September 19, 2026. Picture taken with a mobile phone.

How will Saudi Arabia retaliate against Houthi attacks on civilian infrastructure? - analysis

Similar to how Iran targeted US bases in the region, Iran’s allies in Yemen are seeking to disrupt civilian life in Saudi Arabia by getting airports closed and flights canceled.

A Houthi supporter wearing a military uniform holds a mock missile as he joins Houthi supporters in a rally to show support to the movement as fighting intensifies across several Yemeni fronts, in Sana'a, Yemen, October 9, 2026

'Horrific terrorist attack': Netanyahu, world leaders condemn Houthi attack on Riyadh airport

"We may. We're going to look at it. We just found out about the recent attack, so we'll make a decision," US President Donald Trump said. "We move very quickly."

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks during the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly at U.N. Headquarters in New York City, Sept. 24, 2026.

One killed in Sunday attack on Riyadh airport, UKMTO confirms tanker struck by drone near Oman

Israel Police thwart 'imminent' terror attack near Jerusalem • Trump weighs joining Saudis against Houthis • Tanker damaged after being hit in Strait of Hormuz

IDF conducts a military operation in Balata refugee camp, east of Nablus in the West Bank, August 12, 2026.

Trump says US may join Saudi strikes against Houthis: 'We'll make a decision very quickly'

Trump's remarks leave open the possibility of direct US military involvement alongside Saudi Arabia against the Houthis. He also added that he thought 'it's time for Ukraine to get a new president.'

US President Donald Trump departs for Tennessee, at Joint Base Andrews Saturday, 10th October 2026

Attack on Saudi airport leaves 12 dead, hundreds wounded as Houthi strikes escalate, sources say

The dead included four Saudis, two people from Bangladesh and one person each from the US, Jordan, Palestine, Syria, Sudan and Egypt, the Saudi civil aviation authority said.

Smoke and flames rise from King Khalid Airport, after Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthis said they attacked the airport, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, October 8, 2026, in this screengrab obtained from a social media video.

American killed in Houthi strikes on Saudi Arabia as tanker struck in Strait of Hormuz

Houthi-launched ballistic missile intercepted by Saudi coalition • US lost 81 aircraft in Iran war, report says • IDF investigates aerial incursion in northern Israel

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth shakes hands with US President Donald Trump onstage during an event at Sparrows Point Shipyard, in Baltimore County, Maryland, US, October 6, 2026.

Between the straits: The world cannot afford to yield to Iran - opinion

The US and its allies have no alternative but to prove to Iran-backed terror groups that closing straits to influence the global economy and political and operational decisions will not succeed.

 An Iranian missile system is displayed next to a banner with a picture of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, during Iranian defence week, in a street in Tehran, Iran, September 24, 2024.

US, European groups issue travel advisories after Houthis attack Riyadh airport

Also on Friday, the European Union Aviation Safety Agency EASA recommended airlines not to operate within additional portions of Saudi airspace after Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis attacked Riyadh.

Flames burn at a facility belonging to Saudi oil giant Aramco south of Riyadh on October 3, 2026.

Three killed, several wounded following two attacks on Saudi Arabia's King Khalid airport

Operations at the airport have since returned to normal, the Saudi Civil Aviation Authority said.

An air traffic control tower is seen at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh on September 19, 2026.